Research Assistant (Casual Position)

Amherst College
Amherst, MA

Research Assistant (Casual Position)

Amherst Campus
Part Time
JR6471

Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff.

Job Description:

Amherst College invites applications for the Research Assistant position. The Research Assistant is a part-time, casual position with no benefits. The expected salary range for this job opportunity is: $20.00-23.00 per hour.

The salary offered will vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to relevant education, training, and experience, tenure status, and other nondiscriminatory business considerations.

Reporting to the Director of the Center of Humanistic Inquiry, the Research Assistant will conduct research on areas related to the Mellon Foundation-funded project, The American Index of Academic Freedom.

Summary of Responsibilities:

  • Literature Review - Compile and summarize recent academic articles, reports, and case studies on academic freedom (globally and locally)
  • Data Collection - Gather policy documents, university statements, and legal frameworks related to academic freedom across selected institutions or countries
  • Media Monitoring - Track and catalog news stories, opinion pieces, and public discourse related to academic freedom incidents
  • Interview Preparation Support - Help develop interview guides and consent forms for speaking with academics, administrators, or policymakers
  • Meeting Notes & Summaries - Attend project meetings and draft concise notes with action points and follow-ups

Qualifications:

Required

  • Master's Degree
  • 1 to 3 years of related experience
  • Must be able to use Google's suite of products
  • Advanced research skills in the humanities
  • Required reference and background checks

Interested candidates are asked to submit a resume and cover letter online at . Please be sure to upload all requested documents prior to clicking Submit. Applications cannot be revised once submitted. (Current employees and students should apply by clicking on the Jobs Hub icon from their Workday home screen) Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

To apply, visit

Posted 2025-12-11

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